Caramel Apple Bark
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Caramel Apple Bark, a sweet and salty treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make dessert combines tart Granny Smith apples, rich chocolate, and creamy caramel, all generously topped with crunchy pretzels. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a cozy snack, this bark is sure to impress everyone. It’s not only fun to make but also offers endless customization options—add nuts or swap different chocolates to create your own unique version. Enjoy this delicious mix of textures and flavors that captures the essence of autumn.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 Granny Smith Apples (cubed)
- 1 cup water plus a tablespoon (divided)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (divided)
- 2 cups pretzels
- 25 caramel squares
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet (13×18) with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine water and lemon juice.
- Core and chop apples into cubes, adding them to lemon water to prevent browning.
- Melt 2 cups of chocolate chips in the microwave until smooth.
- Spread melted chocolate evenly on the baking sheet.
- Press pretzels into the chocolate layer.
- Drain and dry apple cubes thoroughly before layering on top of pretzels.
- Melt caramels with a teaspoon of water until smooth; pour over pretzels.
- Add apple cubes in a single layer over caramel.
- Drizzle remaining melted chocolate on top.
- Refrigerate until set (a few hours) before cutting into pieces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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